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Astrantia major - Great Masterwort

Astrantia major
Great Masterwort

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Perennial plant with large growth, 60-90cm (24-35in) producing from June to August umbels of pink and silvery flowers. It is a perfect plant for decorating shady corners of the garden and patio. Excellent cut flower.
Flower size
3 cm
Height at maturity
90 cm
Exposure
Partial shade
Annual / Perennial
Perennial
Germination time (days)
42 days
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Sowing period February to May
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Flowering time June to July, September
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Description

Greater Masterwort is a perennial plant native to central Europe where it grows in meadows and woodlands.

Its foliage consists of a cluster of palmate leaves with slightly dentate edges, measuring 8 to 15 cm (3 to 6in), from which emerge, from June to August, graceful long stems bearing 3 cm (1in) pink and silver flowers, surrounded by bracts of the same color. The bracts form a collar around the flowers.

The entire flowering plant measures between 60 and 90 cm (24 and 35in) in height and has a width of 50 cm (20in).

The uniqiue colour of Astrantia major and the star-like shape of its flowers are its main decorative features. Its long vase life is particularly appreciated for creating bouquets. Its unique structure allows you to create beautiful Ikebana arrangements. The flowers of Astrantia major can also be dried and used in dried flower compositions.

An ecological asset: Throughout summer, the nectar-rich flowers of Greater Masterwort attract pollinating insects and butterflies to your garden. This is a great way to improve the ecosystem of your garden and promote fruit and vegetable production in your vegetable patch.

Flowering

Flower colour pink
Flowering time June to July, September
Inflorescence Umbel
Flower size 3 cm
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms
Flowering description Arranged in 3 cm (1in) umbels, the pink and silver flowers are surrounded by bracts of the same colour that form a neck.

Foliage

Foliage persistence Semi-evergreen
Foliage colour green
Foliage description Its foliage is composed of a cluster of palmate leaves with slight toothed edges, measuring 8 to 15 cm (3 to 6in), from which graceful long stems emerge.

Plant habit

Height at maturity 90 cm
Spread at maturity 50 cm
Growth rate slow

Botanical data

Genus

Astrantia

Species

major

Family

Apiaceae

Other common names

Great Masterwort

Origin

Central Europe

Planting and care

Sow Greater Masterwort from February to July in a seed tray. Use good quality soil. Sow your seeds by broadcasting them. Cover the seeds by sprinkling soil or vermiculite on top, lightly press down and water generously with a fine mist. Place your seed tray in a well-lit area, without direct sunlight, at a temperature of 15°C (59°F) to 18°C (64.4°F) for 2 weeks. Then place your seed tray in the bottom of the fridge at 5-6°C (41-42.8°F) for 6 weeks. Before the end of this period, if you see the seeds germinate, take the tray out of the fridge and place it back at 15-18°C (59-64.4°F), otherwise wait until the end of the 6-week fridge period to take them out.

The seeds will take 4 to 5 weeks to germinate. As soon as the plants are manageable, transplant them into 7cm (3in) pots. Then, 15 days before their final placement, start gradually acclimatizing them to a temperature of 10°C (50°F).

By the end of May or early June, the temperature in the garden will be warm enough to plant your young plants. Choose a shaded location. Add a good handful of compost to each planting hole. Space your plants 30 cm (12in) apart.

Regularly remove faded flowers to maintain beauty and promote renewal.

Sowing period

Sowing period February to May
Germination time (days) 42 days

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Woodland edge, Undergrowth
Type of use Border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Experienced
Exposure Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Moist soil, Nutrient-rich and loose.
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